Controller Lindsey Semko aims to improve processes, better serve customers

Controller Lindsey Semko aims to improve processes, better serve customers

Lindsey Semko holds one of the most important positions at Linder Industrial Machinery Company. After earning her bachelor’s degree in finance from Southeastern University and a master’s degree in business administration with a concentration in accounting from Keller Graduate School of Management, Semko entered the corporate accounting world. In 2017, Linder hired Semko as a fixed asset accountant. After two years, Semko was promoted to senior accountant. Semko became a Certified Management Accountant (CMA) while working at Linder and was promoted to controller last fall.

Lindsey Semko, CMA, controller

“The controller is the head of the accounting department,” Semko clarified. “I know most people prefer to stay away from numbers and accounting, but I love the work that I do. I enjoy coming into the office and seeing everybody that I work with as well. Not everybody can say that.

“I see the accounting department as an asset to every division of Linder,” continued Semko. “Every other function of the company interacts with us in some way. When we do our job efficiently, we’re able to help the company serve its customers better and be more profitable.”

Semko sets high goals for herself and the department.

“As Linder’s business continues to grow, we’re looking for ways to automate processes and take advantage of today’s technology,” noted Semko. “We have several projects in the works to improve our accounting systems so that our people can better focus on our core business, which is taking care of customers.”

Semko has been married to her husband, Chris, for 15 years. They have two children and are involved at their church. When not working, Semko can usually be found shuttling her children between sporting activities and other family events. ■